Demonstration experiment to experience the sensation of the EF64 electric locomotive driver's seat
JR East, JR East Trading, and NTT Docomo Business are conducting a demonstration experiment for an EF64-1030 electric locomotive driving experience using sensory transmission technology at Mass-Trans Innovation Japan Osaka 2026.
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East Japan Railway Company (JR East), JR East Trading Co., and NTT Docomo Business Inc. will conduct a demonstration experiment related to railway vehicle experiences using sensory transmission technology at 'Mass-Trans Innovation Japan Osaka 2026.'
At the booth, an environment will be created where visitors can re-experience the sensations of a driver using dedicated devices and footage. This experiment is part of the initiatives by the 'WaaS Co-Creation Consortium' established by JR East. NTT Docomo's 'FEEL TECH®' technology is utilized for content creation and the experience.
The subject of this experiment is the electric locomotive 'EF64-1030' from the Niigata Vehicle Center, which ended its commercial operations in November 2025. It offers a re-experience through footage of driving scenes and the vehicle vibrations actually felt by the driver in the cockpit.
■ Demonstration Period: May 27 (Wed) - May 29 (Fri), 2026
■ Venue: Intex Osaka, JR East Booth
■ Fee: Free (Survey participation requested)
At the booth, an environment will be created where visitors can re-experience the sensations of a driver using dedicated devices and footage. This experiment is part of the initiatives by the 'WaaS Co-Creation Consortium' established by JR East. NTT Docomo's 'FEEL TECH®' technology is utilized for content creation and the experience.
The subject of this experiment is the electric locomotive 'EF64-1030' from the Niigata Vehicle Center, which ended its commercial operations in November 2025. It offers a re-experience through footage of driving scenes and the vehicle vibrations actually felt by the driver in the cockpit.
■ Demonstration Period: May 27 (Wed) - May 29 (Fri), 2026
■ Venue: Intex Osaka, JR East Booth
■ Fee: Free (Survey participation requested)
FAQ
今回の実証実験の目的は何ですか？
実際に体験することが難しい鉄道車両や鉄道設備に関する体験を、新たな技術を活用して提供するサービスの創造を目的としています。
体験できる機関車は何ですか？
新潟車両センター所属で、2025年11月に営業運転を終了した電気機関車「EF64-1030」です。
どのような技術が使われていますか？
株式会社NTTドコモの「FEEL TECH®」が活用されており、映像と連動した振動などの感覚伝達が行われます。
実証実験の実施場所と期間は？
2026年5月27日(水)から29日(金)まで、インテックス大阪で開催される「第2回 鉄道技術展・大阪2026」内のJR東日本ブースで実施されます。
体験費用はかかりますか？
体験費用は無料ですが、体験後にアンケートへの協力が必要です。